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The guest house's board and batten walls are painted Upward by Sherwin-Williams. Golf clubs and balls and a statue of a female golfer harken to the property's location near East Lake Golf Club and a history with...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Brick details and 12-foot ceilings are favorite features in the great room, where the homeowners watch golf on TV.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The East Lake sun design on the transom leading to the great room matches the sun design above the front door.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The kitchen was renovated to include an island and leathered granite countertops. The appliances are by GE. The exposed beams separating the kitchen from the great room were found in the attic during the renovations...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A stained glass transom featuring the sunny East Lake neighborhood logo welcomes people into the the late 19th century home. The original hardwood floors and trim are among the homeowners' favorite details.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A second stained glass transom decorates the entryway to the great room. The brick originally was on the exterior before Rick Baldwin and Lisa Walker purchased the home in 2013 and renovated it.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of the three bathrooms is updated with granite counters and subway tile.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The bathrooms in the 1890s home are updated for today, with subway tile, a walk-in shower and granite countertops.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The East Lake backyard includes a casual seating area with ferns and flowers. The house is on the Sept. 15-16 East Lake Tour of Homes.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The flagstone patio, which has repurposed granite and brick from the foundation and chimney used for its perimeter, includes room for a teak dining set. The double-sided fireplace connects to the screened patio...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The front porch has painted brick in a hue that fits with the neighborhood logo. The bricks were believed to be made on the property when it was constructed, according to information that homeowner Rick Baldwin...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Rick Baldwin and Lisa Walker are the husband-and-wife team who own Rick Baldwin Homes with Keller Williams Metro Atlanta. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)Fast Copy News Service

The property originally was composed of two buildings - a home and separate cottage - that were connected during renovations in 2013-2014. The 1898 building was originally a boarding house while the 1894 cottage...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The screened patio contains colorful seating and Atlanta-themed art and accessories, such as a reproduction Coca-Cola cooler from Scott Antique Market. When they thought about connecting the cottage to the home...

A planter is filled with flowers and woodsy touches, such as the owl accessories.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The window from the dining area to the kitchen is original to the house.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Brick details and 12-foot ceilings are favorite features in the great room, where the homeowners watch golf on TV.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The flagstone patio, which has repurposed granite and brick from the foundation and chimney used for its perimeter, includes room for a teak dining set. The double-sided fireplace connects to the screened patio...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Designer Linda Castle of Decorated Designs helped the homeowners select the swivel club chairs, sofas and ottoman from Fairfield for their updated family room. It's open to the stairwell, which also was freshened...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The hardwoods were stained in a dark walnut, which contrasts with the white shiplap and bookshelves. The fireplace facade also was updated with patterned tile in the first floor redo.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The decisions about the renovations focused on how the family would enjoy the space and spend time together.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A niche next to the stairs is decorated with floral art and a feather bowl from At Home. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The new sitting area features gray chairs from Fairfield that were appealing because of their sleek shape but soft suede fabric, said homeowner Jill Bartlett.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The mirror, from Bramble, originally was set to go in the powder room, but homeowner Jill Bartlett moved it instead to the sitting area because she liked how it completed that space. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The homeowners, working with designer Linda Castle, mixed furniture and accessories with distressed woods with clean-lined and crisp white pieces for their transitional look.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A round dining table and chairs, from Bramble, are nestled into the breakfast nook of the redesigned kitchen. The home is on the Sept. 15 NARI Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The new backsplash is a ceramic tile, from The Tile Shop in Marietta, that is installed in a herringbone pattern. The perimeter countertops are Silestone cemento.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The island, with a quartz countertop, offers more space for meal prep, dining and displaying flowers. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A round dining table and chairs, from Bramble, are nestled into the breakfast nook of the redesigned kitchen.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The homeowners' new dining room is larger than their previous space and opens to the sitting area that previously was their dining room. The table and sideboard are from Hooker while the chairs at both ends are...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos byChristopher Oquendo

Equestrian ribbons in Aubrie Bartlett's room are a colorful adornment to a chicken wire bulletin board.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos byChristopher Oquendo

Aubrie Bartlett's room is personalized with pink and green accessories and artwork that shows a love of horses.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos byChristopher Oquendo

For a sports kick in the kids' room, the soccer balls on the wall are made of plastic with a sticker behind them. The trophies are from their sons' involvement in sports such as basketball and baseball.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos byChristopher Oquendo

The Cobb County home has six bedrooms, six-and-a-half baths and 4,800 square feet. It was built in 2003.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The renovations created more areas on the main floor for entertaining, and the family also can use their deck to entertain. "The genesis around going through a remodel has so much to do with loving where you live...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos byChristopher Oquendo

Chris and Jill Bartlett. (Family Handout)Text by Lori Johnston/Photos byChristopher Oquendo

The deck and patio, completed in 2016, leads to a new carport that provides off-street parking for the Virginia-Highland homeowners. The home will be on the Virginia Highland Tour of Homes on Dec. 1-2.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The patio area includes boxwoods in terra cotta pots, from Tuscan Imports, and clematis growing up the pergola.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The bungalow was built in 1910. After renovations and a two-story back addition, the home now has 3,600 square feet, four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The family room opens to the deck of the Virginia-Highland home. The fireplace is one of six inside and outside the home.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Faced with big blank stairwell wall, the homeowners were drawn to the masculinity and texture of the animal artwork, from Stanton Home Furnishings.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The chimney from the living room fireplace was left exposed in the renovations. This area previously was attic space, but the brick adds architectural interest along with the window grids.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The animal figurines are among the colorful accessories in the home.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The master bathroom, originally a bedroom, retained the fireplace and received an modern update with materials from Renaissance Tile and Bath and additional storage, through built-ins.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The porch is an L-shape on the front and side of the bungalow in Atlanta's Virginia-Highland neighborhood. The homeowners painted the ceiling blue, in keeping with the Southern tradition.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Terra cotta pavers are stained and waxed in the renovated kitchen, which has an island and cabinetry by Phil Plunkett. The appliances are from Bosch, Jenn-Air and GE Monogram.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Windows with classic diamond grids, slate blue walls and greenery beckon people into the dining room. The dining room table and chairs are from Bungalow Classic.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

When they bought the home in 2005, the kitchen had no appliances and had only one cabinet, said Charlie Lefort. "It was disgusting," Lefort said. "That was really a blank slate," he said. The cabinets by Phil Plunkett...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The homeowners are drawn to the water, as seen in the paintings and artwork throughout their home.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The living room's palette of primary colors was built around the rug, said homeowner Charlie Lefort. While most of the furniture in the home is traditional, a more contemporary item is the glass coffee table, from...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

In the living room, the fireplace's original tile was stained with a dark wax. The columns between the living room and dining room also are original to the home.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Mirrored pieces dangle from the dining room chandelier, from Bungalow Classic. The artwork ranges from a painting of homeowner John Peter Casey at the beach to a animal-themed art along the stairway.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of their favorite pieces of furniture is the wood table in the living room. It was an 18th century English kitchen prep table and was purchased at Green Front Furniture in Farmville, Va. They cut down the legs...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

A two-story addition, finished in 2015, added this additional living space with a limestone fireplace. The couch from Stanton Home Furnishings and artwork is by Amy Leigh Karstensen.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The outdoor entertaining makeover includes a fireplace with a soapstone surround and multiple seating and dining areas. They tore off the original deck, built a patio and fenced in the backyard."It's a great place...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The homeowner restained the Craftsman bungalow's cedar shake exterior, added copper gutters and updated the deck area.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The shingled home has a wide front porch with French doors that invite indoor-outdoor entertaining.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The backyard previously was a concrete jungle, but now itâs defined with materials such as slate, brick and pea gravel. The homeowner worked with Howard Design Studio and also added the SunSetter awning. Text...Christopher Oquendo Photographer

The SunSetter awning provides shade, when needed, on the patio, which is a spot for gardening and dining.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A Chinese ancestor painting dominates the stairway and upstairs landing in the Buckhead home.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The mask was made in Cameroon and sourced through Scott Antique Market. The homeowner, Hadi Irvani, founded PeachDish, which he launched in the home, and is a co-founder of RealMenBuyFlowers.com.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A modern piece by Alexander Calder brings a sense of energy to a hallway, said homeowner Hadi Irvani, paired with a bowl from Atlanta's Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

"Growing up in Atlanta, I always loved all the trees," said homeowner Hadi Irvani. When he bought his home in the Buckhead neighborhood, he added trees, including from Goodness Grows in Lexington.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

In the kitchen, textured decor items include the basket lights and wall hanging, all from Scott Antique Market. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)Christopher Oquendo Photographer

The cart, from Scott Antique Market, provides additional seating for guests in the kitchen. The table is from RH.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The window-filled, eat-in kitchen has playful and practical elements. The table doubles as a workspace, while the woven wall hanging represents a plate with a fish on it.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The window-filled, eat-in kitchen has playful and practical elements. The table doubles as a workspace, while the woven wall hanging represents a plate with a fish on it.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The kitchen was unfinished when Hadi Irvani purchased the home as a short sale in 2010. So he added stainless steel appliances and marble countertops, even though he was aware they could have scratches and stains...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The great room opens to the back patio, via sets of French doors. The room also has tones of orange, which is homeowner Hadi Irvani's favorite color.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Lamps from Peachtree Battle Antiques & Interiors frame the sculptures on a table in the great room. He has face sculptures throughout his Buckhead home. The built-in bookshelves are a similar shade as the pastel...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Sculpture of all sizes is found throughout the Buckhead home, including on the table behind a sofa in the great room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The artwork over the fireplace is a polarizing piece that Hadi Irvani said he appreciates for its sense of energy. "You either hate it or you love it," he said. Most of the furniture in the great room is from Scott...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Two sets of French doors in the master bedroom open onto Romeo and Juliet balconies in the back of the home. The artwork is of Nice, but was purchased locally at a fundraiser.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

A light fixture from Ikea is among the more modern choices in the Buckhead residence. The white chairs and single black chair, from Ikea, were a deliberate decision by homeowner Hadi Irvani, who wanted the black...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Decorative English plates with scenes of monkeys fill the built-ins in the dining room. The artwork is one of many pieces from Scott Antique Market in PeachDish founder Hadi Irvani's home.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Graphic artwork, in both black and white and a multicolored piece by an Italian artist, serve as conversation starters in the library. The French doors open to the front of the Buckhead home.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Hadi Irvani, founder and CEO of PeachDish and co-founder of RealMenBuyFlowers.com, purchased his home in the Buckhead neighborhood in 2010.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Modern art by homeowner Daniel Vasquez is next to a built-in bar cabinet in the 1902 West End home.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Modern art by homeowner Daniel Vasquez is next to a built-in bar cabinet in the 1902 West End home. Text by Marena Galluccio/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Caleb Racicot and Daniel Vasquez's kitchen, which had been gutted by previous owners and had no historic elements, has white cabinets, a granite island and Whirlpool refrigerator.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The golds, reds and browns in the original stained glass were thoughtfully coordinated with the original colors of the entry hall, while the blues, pinks and yellows related to the middle hallway, homeowner Caleb...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

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The fireplace had been painted white, but when the paint was removed, homeowner Caleb Racicot said they uncovered original tile in a tortoise shell tone.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Antique furniture is used throughout the home, including the guest room. Caleb Racicot said there is picture rail in every room, which has historic charm and a practical use.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of Daniel Vasquez's passions is opera. "He is constantly searching for books about opera or old recordings," said Caleb Racicot, his husband. The century-old player still works, and the chalk paintings by a...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An art nouveau side-by-side bookcase and secretary desk adds Victorian flair to the home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Caleb Racicot and Daniel Vasquez restored three of the home's six fireplaces during the three-year renovation. The pocket door with Russell & Erwin pulls and locks is original to the 1902 West End home and opens...Christopher Oquendo Photographer

The fireplaces and woodwork sold the couple on the home, although renovations were needed to make it livable, they said. The walls are painted Benjamin Moore's Concord Ivory, which is part of its Historic Colour...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A death mask of 19th century opera star Maria Malibran makes a statement on the fireplace mantel. It is part of Daniel Vasquezâ's collection of opera items displayed in the 1902 home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The restored 1902 home retained its original unpainted pocket doors.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The home, with its iron gate, reminded Caleb Racicot and Daniel Vasquez of different things when they saw it. Vasquez, a horror movie fan, thought it was the quintessential haunted house or like it could be in...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The front porch is a favorite spot for Caleb Racicot and Daniel Vasquez, who enjoy gardening and socializing with their West End neighbors.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The 2,308-square-foot home, built in 1902 in Atlanta's West End neighborhood, has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. In 2018, the home received an Award of Excellence for Historic Preservation from the Atlanta Urban...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Daniel Vasquez and Caleb Racicot purchased their 1902 West End home in 2015. Vasquez is a retired performance artist and music critic, and Racicot is a city planner and senior principal with TSW Planning, Architecture...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The 6,300-square-foot Dunwoody home includes five bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths. The Colonial home, which was built in 1974, will be featured in the Sept. 15 National Association of the Remodeling Industry...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The blue dining room in the Colonial home has a formal air, with molding, an ornate mirror and china.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The breakfast nook, with a vaulted ceiling, is flooded in natural light in Steve and Caron Morgan's Dunwoody home.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A collection of Minton china from homeowner Steve Morgan's grandmother decorate the dining room walls, which feature a blue patterned wallpaper. The gold mirror was owned by Steve's mother and the tray was inherited...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Bells and Bibles are displayed on the secretary in the living room.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Wine-toned walls set the scene for music in the formal living room, which includes velvet king and queen chairs and a Persian rug.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The foyer is the setting for a pump organ and a painting by Gary Tonge Latimer.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An unexpected foyer feature is the pump organ, which the couple inherited from Caron Morgan's great aunt.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A commissioned painting by English artist Gary Tonge Latimer was inspired by a photo of the marsh in Florida near Cape San Blas, their favorite beach, said homeowner Caron Morgan.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The stage is set up for the homeowners’ granddaughters to dress up and perform. The backdrop is used a print of Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, of the Clan of MacLeod (enlarged and printed by Pixers...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The family room also has a vaulted ceiling, which provides room for large-scale pieces such as the hutch.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Steve and Caron Morgan's basement renovation, completed in 2017 by Weidmann & Associates, will be on the Sept. 15 National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes. The quartzite...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The earth-tone bathroom in the basement connects to the guest room. The countertop and shower seat were fabricated by Art Rock Creations.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The basement has two full bathrooms, including this sea-inspired space that is below the sunroom and serves as a changing room when using the pool.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The basement is complete with a playhouse."This child-friendly environment is piquing their curiosity, igniting their creativity and stimulating their imagination just as we had hoped it would," Caron said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Retired teacher Caron Morgan designed the basement playroom with areas for exploration and hands-on learning for her granddaughters.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The vaulted sunroom, completed in 2011, includes a pool by Endless Pools. Kauffman Design was the architect and project manager for the sunroom.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Steve Morgan said their granddaughters like to play in the stream bed when they wet it by the hidden pipe and valve. "We move the rocks and look under them for creatures," Caron Morgan said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Decks & More built the deck, which has furniture from AuthenTEAK Outdoor Living.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Caron and Steve Morgan purchased their Dunwoody home in 1993. Caron is a retired teacher and Steve is a retired dentist.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Detailed millwork defines the parlor, which is painted gray. The home's Hollywood regency-inspired interiors is seen in a photo of Katharine Hepburn on the mantel.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Cape Cod-style home in north Atlanta has 6,600 square feet, five bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths. It was built in 1972.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A Jackson Pollock-inspired piece by Bill Nay's mother joins a club chair by Baker from Mathews Furniture + Design in the parlor. The pair of klismos-style gray chairs, by Councill, also are from Mathews Furniture...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A niche with original millwork in the parlor features a photo of the royal chateau in Blois, located in France's Loire Valley.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An antique weathervane originally from a Cape Cod estate was purchased at Scott Antique Market.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Caracole cabinet in the parlor opens to a bar, which is both back lighted and mirrored.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A wall gallery twists up the staircase in the north Atlanta home. The photos have different individuals and subjects, such as actors Clark Gable and Audrey Hepburn, magazine covers and antique photos of Native Americans...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A red Hermes tea and coffee pot and matching set adds a spot of color in the parlor.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A gazelle mount, named Charlie, overlooks the den.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

"Prismatic Poise" by Chris Denovan along with a gazelle mount, named Charlie, overlooks the den. "We got so inspired by the architecture and design and art in South Africa that we came back and redesigned the entire...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The "blue-and-white room" showcases Hollywood regency style with the pagoda cabinet, geometric marble and brass legged coffee table from Wayfair, and details such as cheetah print lumbar pillows.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A pagoda cabinet by Drexel is filled with blue-and-white ginger jars, which Laura Nay has collected for six years. "It's constantly evolving," Laura said. She mixes reproductions and antiques and hunts for them...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Regency chandelier by Joe Nye from Circa Lighting in antique brass hangs from the dining room ceiling covered with Bradbury & Bradbury "Persian Star" wallpaper and an original circle medallion that was painted...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A freestanding tub and Carrara marble floors in a herringbone pattern were added in the renovations.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The master bath went through a total renovation by DMC Home Improvement. It features a freestanding tub, shower and heated Carrara marble herringbone floors. The chandelier is from Circa Lighting.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A custom headboard in muted aqua and pillows from Nandina Home & Design decorate the bed with bedding from Peacock Alley. Mirrored dressers bring shine into the master bedroom.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A longhorn skull, which they call "Gus,"shows the homeowners' fondness for a certain area of the country, even though they found the piece at Scott Antique Market in Atlanta.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The sitting room is filled with designer pieces, including a sofa from Caracole and coffee table by Theodore Alexander from Mathews Furniture + Design.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Laura and Bill Nay's dining room shines with gold accents along the millwork and starry Bradbury & Bradbury wallpaper on the ceiling.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

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A painting in the den is inspired by Robben Island, a leper colony off the coast of Africa. Homeowners Laura and Bill Nay purchased the painting while in South Africa.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A leather ottoman from RH doubles as a coffee table and holds a tessellated mother of pearl tray from HomeGoods. Roses bloom in orb vases.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Some of the pillows are conversation starters. The center pillow, from their trip to South Africa, features an image of a taxidermy studio.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Laura Nay, owner of Laura Nay Interiors, moved into her Atlanta home with her husband, Bill, in 2013. Mia, a friend's Maltese papillon mix, often visits.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

At one time, the home was a quadriplex, but the homeowners said they renovated the entire downstairs area."I knew when I walked into the house exactly what it could be," said homeowner Kelly Jackson."It had been...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A white and bright micro-studio rental in Grant Park home is outfitted with a mini fridge and coffee bar. The shiplap is painted Sherwin-Williams' Snowbound. The mixed-media piece is from Highland Row Antiques.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A globe chandelier from RH adds an industrial touch to the renovated main level of the Victorian home in Grant Park.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The homeowners combine vintage pieces with modern elements. The sideboard is from Kudzu Antiques + Modern, while the lighting is from RH and the white chairs are from AllModern, around a World Market table. The...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A modern metal chandelier from CB2 casts shadows that makes the ceiling feel draped at night, said homeowner Kelly Jackson.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Kate Hayes Design assisted in spaces such as the "music room," where walls and molding painted Sherwin-Williams' Studio Blue Green set the mood.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Fireplaces in the Victorian-style home include this corner one now bathed in Sherwin-Williams'Studio Blue Green.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The homeowners added molding and painted the walls white in their revamp of the main floor. The Grant Park homeowners describe their design style as"historic meets modern."Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The renovated kitchen is fit for the family, with an island, table from Kudzu Antiques + Modern and window seat.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The kitchen is brighter and open than when Kelly Jackson said she first walked into the Grant Park home. Part of the look is due to the floating shelves by Semihandmade and white cabinets (with bases from Ikea and...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The master bathroom didn't just receive cosmetic updates. The homeowners raised the ceiling and expanded an existing skylight. They installed shiplap on the slope above the dual vanity with sconces from Shades of...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The shower/bathtub combo, which was updated in 2005, was ripped out during the master bathroom redo to make room for an expansive shower with frameless glass, subway tile and rhombus shower floor tile.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of the upstairs bedrooms now blends older character, such as the fireplace, with architectural elements like the molding and streamlined furniture. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. (Christopher...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The nursery is a play on pinks, from the wall design to accessories like flamingo head wall decor from Target.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of the kids’ bedrooms in the Grant Park home has a sky blue palette, bunk beds and modern geometric rug. Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A rug from HomeGoods has a similar geometric design, although in a different palette, as the new bathroom tile. A wood bench serves as a display space at the foot of the bed, topped with a white coverlet and duvet...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The Grant Park deck was freshened up with black paint and container plants. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. (Christopher Oquendo www.ophotography.com)Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A stone water feature is one of the additions to the deck. It adds sound and movement to the container garden. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. (Christopher Oquendo www.ophotography.com)Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A stone water feature is one of the additions to the deck. It adds sound and movement to the container garden.Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The Queen Anne Victorian in Grant Park was built in 1890 and has 4,500 square feet. The homeowners attained a historic preservation certificate from the state after working with Paul Simo on the renovations. Outside...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

Drew and Kelly Jackson, with their children Dylan and Lucy, moved into their Grant Park home in 2017. The Victorian home, which has 4,500 square feet, was built in 1890. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

Author Jackson Pearce's office space looks out to the backyard and her "chicken fortress." The paneled walls are painted with Behr's Gentle Rain.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A collection of prints top a green cabinet, which was a Facebook Marketplace find and now is in the dining room of the Decatur home.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A mug collection is on display next to artwork featuring bighorn sheep, which were found on Craigslist.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The wall decor is one way author Jackson Pearce brings whimsy into her home office. She lightened up the dark pine paneling with Behr's Gentle Rain.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner Jackson Pearce refinished the dining room table, which was passed down from fiance Nelson Dean' grandmother. The room's decor includes a poster from "The Great War," a YouTube series on World War I and...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

An archway opens the dining room in the 1950s ranch home into the renovated kitchen.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An "I love this town" screenprint by InkyMixtape hangs next to a Craigslist-purchased bookshelf. A robot created by Michael Klapthor stands on top. The pair of dining room chairs was bought off Facebook and the...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A pair of Rifle Paper Co. prints featuring the Fox Theater in Atlanta and the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe in Paris are side-by-side in the Decatur home. "I love color, references to the city itself, and personality...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The renovated kitchen now has marble subway tile and repainted cabinets, and the blue tile counter was replaced with Ikea butcher block countertops. Homeowner Jackson Pearce's father make the countertop cuts, which...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A farmhouse sink purchased on eBay was installed during the renovations in Jackson Pearceâs 1950s ranch house in Decatur. "I love that it has clean lines without looking especially modern or sterile," she said...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Whimsy flows into the master bathroom with a model boat and an illustrated sea design from ModCloth. The ship on the shelf is a miniature replica of the Cornelia Marie from the TV series, "Deadliest Catch."Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The master bedroom furniture was acquired in a number of ways. One of the dressers is from a dance studio estate sale, while another dresser is a family antique and a nightstand is an old typewriter table.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The”B” is from the Borders bookstore, where homeowner Jackson Pearce said she wrote her first book as a high school student. “I will never part with my Borders B,’”she said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The “chicken fortress” is Decatur homeowner Jackson Pearce’s favorite outdoor feature. Pearce built the coop using a plan from TheGardenCoop.com before adding her own additions. Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The "chicken fortress" is Decatur homeowner Jackson Pearce's favorite outdoor feature. Pearce built the coop using a plan from TheGardenCoop.com before adding her own additions.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The chicken coop and run now houses seven chickens that her fiance, teacher Nelson Dean, named after females in history, including Eleanor of Aquitaine and Frida Kahlo.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A rooster decoration hangs from the chicken coop in author Jackson Pearce's Decatur backyard.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The three-bedroom, one-and-a-half bathroom ranch home, with a front garden, was built in 1955 in Decatur.

Jackson Pearce, an author of middle grade and young adult books, has taken on DIY projects since purchasing her Decatur home.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A baby grand piano, chandelier from Lighting Loft and bursts of red against gray walls add drama to the music nook overlooking the city.Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Gray velvet accent chairs from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams and a round glass-top coffee table with a metal base are among the condo's modern interiors. The balcony, which has room for a small container garden,...Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The living area is now all one open space, compared to what previously was a third bedroom before the homeowners made it their music nook. The walls are painted gray, which continues into the dining area and kitchen...Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A sofa with a chaise lounge from Room & Board and coffee table with a Carrara marble top from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams outfit the condo's entertainment room. The dark teal walls join other deep, rich tones in...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The guest bedroom was converted into an entertainment room for TV watching with a custom wall unit by California Closets. There, the homeowners can watch both Netflix and action in the city from the floor-to-ceiling...Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Dachshund figurines show the homeowners' love for their pets, Paco and Perlita.Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Music and a view are offered in this space carved out of what was the third bedroom. A crystal chandelier from Lighting Loft hangs over the Yamaha baby grand piano.Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The homeowners removed a third bedroom to fully embrace the city scene from the living area in their modern condo in Midtown's Atlantic Station.Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A baby grand piano, chandelier from Lighting Loft and bursts of red against gray walls add drama to the music nook overlooking the city.Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The condo' modern design is seen with the Carrara marble countertops from Miami Circle Marble & Fabrication, cabinets repainted gray and tile backsplash in the renovated kitchen. The homeowners also expanded the...Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher

Modern open shelving and a dresser from Room & Board' Copenhagen collection anchor a wall in the blue-hued master bedroom. Like other rooms in their Atlantic condo, the bedroom has floor-to-ceiling windows.Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A sofa in slate gray from Room & Board and accent chairs from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams are among the modern furniture in the condo, which also has a gallery of photos from the homeowners' visit to Spain.Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher

The master bedroom is awash in blue. The bedroom suite, which has a cherry finish, is from the Copenhagen collection by Room & Board. The pillows are a fun nod to their pets. The painting, titled "Nacimiento" is...Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Out from the master bedroom, a balcony provides another view of the evolving Atlanta skyline. Walls painted blue envelop the space.

The master bedroom is awash in blue. The bedroom suite, which has a cherry finish, is from the Copenhagen collection by Room & Board. The pillows are a fun nod to their pets. The painting, titled âNacimiento,â...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A baby grand piano, chandelier from Lighting Loft and bursts of red against gray walls add drama to the music nook overlooking the city. Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service. (Christopher...Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

Larry Henderlight and Julio Gomez, with their long-haired dachshunds, Paco and Perlita, purchased their Atlantic condo in 2015. Henderlight is a pharmacist, and Gomez is an engineer.Text by Marena Galluccio and Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Cobb County home's transitional style is evident in the dining room, with Parson chairs and a sideboard from Ballard Designs and a quartet of mirrors. The dining table was a consignment store find and the walls...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Backless Vivian counter stools, by Gabby and through Outrageous Interiors, pull up to the Absolute Black granite countertops in the renovated kitchen. The metal Hinge Pendant No. 804 chrome pendants are by Quorum...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A woven drum light is another example of the use of texture in the transitional interiors, and the buffet's antique gold trim adds a bit of shine to the brushed gray piece. Both are from Ballard Designs. The art...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Beads make several appearances within Jessica McRae's home, such as the bone beads in a tray in her master bedroom.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Orchids with driftwood, from Outrageous Interiors, lend an airy and elegant feel to the renovated master bathroom, said homeowner Jessica McRae.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

A serene spot in a bedroom includes an abstract piece by Melissa Payne Baker, lamps from HomeGoods and fresh hydrangeas.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A chandelier from Ballard Designs adds an orb silhouette above the cast-iron pedestal tub from Signature Hardware in the renovated Kennesaw master bathroom. The walls are painted with Sherwin-Williams' Aloof Gray...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The textured fawn print wallpaper by Walls Republic hangs in Jessica McRae's Kennesaw office. The desk is from Ikea, and the glass demijohn is from Bobo Intriguing Objects.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A Melissa Payne Baker abstract above the hairpin console from Wayfair and between a pair of lamps from Outrageous Interiors is one of Jessica McRae's favorite vignettes within her home.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Jessica McRae said she generally sticks with neutral colors while adding accents of blush and teal, as seen with the throw pillows from Lacefield Designs and Tonic Living and the abstract art by Melissa Payne Baker...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

Driftwood orbs and succulents and greenery found at Outrageous Interiors fill a shallow metal bowl for the dining table centerpiece.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Cobb County home's transitional style is evident in the dining room, with Parson chairs and a sideboard from Ballard Designs and a quartet of mirrors.Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

"Reflections of an Artist," etched and painted mirror art created by Melissa Payne Baker, Stacy Milburn and Andrea Costa, hangs in the entryway. The bench is from HomeGoods with pillows from Outrageous Interiors...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Pops of pink and blue continue into Lundy and Janie McRae's bedroom. A pair of Ballard Designs twin beds frame a handed-down mirrored dresser. The hand-embroidered pillows from India were found on Etsy and bedding...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Jessica McRae said the candle holders were previously used in the dining room but she moved them into her daughters' room and added topiaries for a playful touch.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Pillows by Lacefield Designs prop up against a custom headboard with fabric from Lewis & Sheron Textiles. The pair of lamps are from Outrageous Interiors.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

In the nursery, Etsy finds include the Moroccan pouf and the animal artwork from studioQ gallery. The changing table is a converted Ballard Designs kitchen island.Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

The textured fawn print wallpaper by Walls Republic hangs in Jessica McRae's home office.Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot/Christopher Oquendo Atlanta Phot

Jessica McRae, co-owner of SwatchPop, an online design company, worked with Amy Perrin, one of SwatchPop's interior designers, on the new screened porch. A Target jute rug is layered on a blue rug from Mohawk. A...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Bobby and Jessica McRae's Kennesaw home is 4,000 square feet, with four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Bobby and Jessica McRae, with children Lundy, Janie and Mack, purchased their Kennesaw home in 2013 and added the screened porch. Bobby owns SouthernPro Termite and Pest Control and Jessica McRae is co-owner of...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

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